Art Teacher

Job Description

CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME, an independent, classical Catholic high school in Spokane, WA is seeking a dynamic teacher with a background in Art (both studio and Art History) for a part-time (or possible full-time position). Preference will be given to candidates with the ability to teach other subjects in addition to Art. This position will begin August 24, 2026, with a competitive salary. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to office@chestertonacademyofnotredame.org.

Applicants must have a passion for a Catholic liberal arts education. They should possess teaching ability, content excellence, classroom management with high school students, and the capacity to take on extra-curricular duties or mentorship in the Houses System (the House system is designed to promote character and virtue and to help students grow in holiness). Faculty members are required to attend daily Mass with the entire student body and participate in spiritual retreats or other school activities. They must also profess fidelity to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church.

Salary $42000-50000 for full time employees depending on hours and experience. The offered salary will be based on internal equity, market data, applicant's skills and relevant experience, degrees and certifications.

Chesterton Academy of Notre Dame is a private, independent, co-ed, Catholic high school offering a rigorous, classical, integrated, college preparatory curriculum centered on the Incarnation of Jesus Christ. The school develops complete thinkers who learn to draw on faith and reason for the purpose of building up the family and a culture of life.

Spokane is an attractive place to live and work. It boasts a vibrant downtown, amazing walking trails, five ski resorts within 90 minutes of downtown, dozens of lakes within one hour, the spectacular beauty of Spokane Falls, five universities and two medical schools, over 50 microbreweries and wine tasting rooms, and a rich variety for every lifestyle, and an easy commute from outlying areas.

About the Employer

Inspired by Saint Pope John Paul II, we take as our motto Cultura Vitae, the culture of life. We make it our mission to prepare our students to triumph over the materialism and despair that pervade our culture and to accept our Lord's offer to have life and have it abundantly. Our classical curriculum combines a broad, liberal arts education with a strong emphasis on the development of Christian virtues and an appreciation of beauty.